Download PDF Sales Sheet Tartan, a pattern consisting of criss-crossed horizontal bands in multiple colors, is no longer limited to textiles. Produced on Athene as a base for this plaid-embossed leather, Tartana’s multihued and textured appearance is miraculously produced with a single embossment process.

Athene is distinguished by its smooth finish and ultra-glossy sheen. A modified “pull-up”, or slightly distressed leather, Athene has a subtle two-tone quality that is characteristic of pure aniline leathers. Because its shiny finish is heat-reactive, this leather reacts to the pressure and temperature of the embossing plate, resulting in a striking contrast between the raised (debossed) and recessed (embossed) areas of the hide.

The 4” x 5 1/2” repeat pattern adds a classic look to the distinguished Athene leather. And, in another technological coup, Tartana is available on whole hides, unlike most embossed leathers which are available on half-hides only.